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Operating Systems Fundamentals Quiz

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Which of the following best describes an operating system (OS)?

A set of programs that controls and manages the hardware and software resources of a computer system (correct)

A program that executes multiple programs concurrently and shares system resources

A software layer that allows hardware and applications to collaborate efficiently

A user interface that allows direct interaction with the computer

What is the role of an OS in a computer system?

To collaborate efficiently between hardware and applications

To provide a user interface for direct interaction with the computer

To control and manage the hardware and software resources (correct)

To execute multiple programs concurrently and share system resources

Where does an OS lie in the computer system architecture?

Between the hardware and applications (correct)

Between the user interface and applications

Between the user interface and hardware

Between the applications and system resources

What is one of the key functions of modern operating systems?

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What does multiprogramming technology enable in operating systems?

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Study Notes

Operating System (OS) Overview

An OS is a set of software that manages computer hardware resources and provides common services to computer programs.

Role of an OS

An OS acts as an intermediary between computer hardware and user-level applications, controlling the allocation of system resources such as memory, CPU time, and storage.

OS Architecture

An OS lies between the computer hardware and user-level applications in the computer system architecture.

Key Functions of Modern OS

One of the key functions of modern operating systems is to enable multitasking, allowing multiple applications to run concurrently.

Multiprogramming Technology

Multiprogramming technology enables multiple programs to be loaded into memory at the same time, increasing system performance and efficiency.

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Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of operating systems with this quiz! Learn about the role of an operating system in managing hardware and software resources in a computer system. Explore key concepts such as user interfaces and the relationship between an operating system and applications.